2019 BMW 850I Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 850I years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 BMW 850I. That is the most of any 850I model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 8,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 BMW 850I problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 38% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 38% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 25% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 13% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 13% | 8,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 BMW 850I recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2019 BMW 850I.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The rear driveshaft Guibo (flex disc) was found cracked with nylon cords coming out during an unrelated service visit on October 1, 2026. The car was in for a window regulator repair; the Guibo was discovered on the lift. There were no prior warning lights or symptoms reported. The same part had…
The contact owns a 2019 BMW M850I. The contact stated that gear shifter became stuck in gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage…
The Coolant tank is known to have and cause leakage by possible high temperatures and over-expansion. When this happens the coolant leaks all over critical engine components such as fuel injectors causing a short and risk of fire. Leaking coolant can also cause many other safety problems such as…
The software update was transferred from phone to the car. But would not install on the car. The issue has been raised by multiple people on various BMW forums. The clutch appears to be from BMW servers and service locations instead of dealing with root cause are trying to charge customers 350 -450…
Behind the cupholder the shifting unit is unsealed and liquids spill are causing shifting issues to the shifting control module. Also the Airbag sensor is under the same gap which can cause airbag malfunction. There are numerous reports on forums with all model types 2019+, not limited to the 8…
Other BMW 850I years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 8 | 0 |
| 1995 850I | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 BMW 850I?
Owners most often report air bags, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 BMW 850I?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2019 BMW 850I a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 850I model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.